Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
flexuosa
ID:
323653

Status:
valid

Authors:
Endl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Nov. Stirp. Dec. 3: 23 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322985



Common Names

  • Flexuosa Sun Orchid
  • Flexuosa Sun Orchid
  • Flexuosa Sun Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Macdonaldia concolor Lindl. [unknown]
  • Macdonaldia flexuosa (Endl.) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Macdonaldia smithiana Gunn ex Lindl. [unknown]
  • Thelymitra smithiana Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Thelymitra flexuosa (also called Flexuous Sun Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with a single, erect, leafy stem. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodland, grassland and heathland.

Uses & Benefits

Thelymitra flexuosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a groundcover, and as a rock garden plant. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thelymitra flexuosa has a flower with a yellowish-green perianth and a dark blue to purple labellum. The seed is a small, black, ellipsoid capsule. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thelymitra flexuosa is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Australia. It is found in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and heathlands. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is best done by division, as the plant does not produce seed. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Thelymitra flexuosa

Thelymitra flexuosa can be found in Australia, particularly in the south-west of Western Australia.

Thelymitra flexuosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thelymitra flexuosa?

Thelymitra flexuosa

What is the common name of Thelymitra flexuosa?

Flexuosa Thelymitra

What is the natural habitat of Thelymitra flexuosa?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Thelymitra genus

Thelymitra aemula, Thelymitra aggericola, Thelymitra angustifolia, Thelymitra antennifera, Thelymitra apiculata, Thelymitra arenaria, Thelymitra aristata, Thelymitra atronitida, Thelymitra azurea, Thelymitra benthamiana, Thelymitra campanulata, Thelymitra canaliculata, Thelymitra carnea, Thelymitra chasmogama, Thelymitra circumsepta, Thelymitra colensoi, Thelymitra cornicina, Thelymitra crinita, Thelymitra cucullata, Thelymitra cyanea, Thelymitra dedmaniarum, Thelymitra dentata, Thelymitra epipactoides, Thelymitra erosa, Thelymitra flexuosa, Thelymitra forbesii, Thelymitra formosa, Thelymitra fragrans, Thelymitra fuscolutea, Thelymitra graminea, Thelymitra grandiflora, Thelymitra granitora, Thelymitra gregaria, Thelymitra hatchii, Thelymitra hiemalis, Thelymitra holmesii, Thelymitra imbricata, Thelymitra improcera, Thelymitra irregularis, Thelymitra ixioides, Thelymitra javanica, Thelymitra jonesii, Thelymitra juncifolia, Thelymitra latiloba, Thelymitra longifolia, Thelymitra longiloba, Thelymitra luteocilium, Thelymitra mackibbinii, Thelymitra macmillanii, Thelymitra macrophylla,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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